WESTOCK PRODUCTIONS / Shutterstock.com Do you feel like you paid way too much for a home that is far too small? If so, you might want to consider moving to a different housing market. Recently, real estate website Zillow looked at the median number of square feet that a $3,000 mortgage payment would buy you … Read more
PeopleImages.com – Yuri A / Shutterstock.com After a couple of years of soaring grocery prices, a glimmer of hope has appeared: The costs of some items at the supermarket are now falling a tad. To be sure, prices remain sky-high on many items, with the overall cost of groceries 11.3% higher in January 2023 compared … Read more
Minerva Studios / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. You were prepared to wait a week to hear whether you were moving to the second round of interviews. But the hiring manager surprised you by offering you a job on the spot. On one hand, that’s a huge accomplishment, and you should … Read more
How do the rich get richer? They use tried and true methods passed down over generations, and usually kept among themselves. But every now and then, the beans get spilled. Here are some money secrets the rich take advantage of, and now, you can too. The best part? Most of these ideas you can check … Read more
Twinsterphoto / Shutterstock.com You’ve been laid off, let go, axed. Maybe you expected it to happen, or maybe you got a fateful email telling you to report immediately to HR. Fun times, right? Breathe. Tens of thousands of Americans have lost their jobs in recent months, especially in the tech sector. It’s caused havoc for … Read more
Ever wonder how some people build wealth? Often the answer is “inherited money, invested wisely.” Historically, the wealthy have had certain access to investment opportunities – such as commercial real estate – that the typical investor might never find on their own. Until now, that is. An online platform called CrowdStreet provides an opportunity to … Read more
May Na Phatthalung / Shutterstock.com Often, a new year comes with new tax laws — for states as well as at the federal level. Some states have new sales tax laws coming into effect. Some states have reduced their sales taxes, making purchases a little less expensive. On the other hand, some states have raised … Read more
If you’ve been shopping around for a place to invest your money, you’re well aware that there are many options. But are some investment companies better than others, and more specifically – which ones are right for you? I’ve gathered a list of the ten best investment companies to help you make that all-important choice. … Read more
Dubova / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. Sometimes it feels like the world is designed for couples. People throw dinner parties for couples. Most forms ask about your spouse. And, let’s face it, retirement and aging — a time when you’ll sometimes need a helping hand — can feel kind of … Read more
adriaticfoto / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Point2. The year debuted with news of nationwide layoffs and increased concerns surrounding inflation and the rising cost of living. And, with January already gone, one thing is certain: It’s getting harder and harder to sing “Love Don’t Cost a Thing” and actually mean it. … Read more